| Dublin is often referred to as the party capital of | | | | Plus, you'll find many more places where you can |
| Europe; full of pubs, clubs and Irishmen extolling the | | | | enjoy traditional folk music at most times of day or |
| virtues of 'the craic'. One thing you will find in | | | | night. Bars, cafes and hotels in Dublin are all places |
| abundance in the Irish capital is traditional folk music | | | | where you can find Irish Folk Music being performed |
| and you certainly won't have to travel very far | | | | by eager and talented local musicians. Plus, you'll be |
| around the streets of Dublin to find a place to have a | | | | able to enjoy just about any other genre of music in |
| jig and a swig! | | | | Dublin that takes your fancy, from rock to classical. |
| Whelan's in Camden Street, central Dublin is the place | | | | So, if you are planning to visit Dublin, or just toying |
| to visit for traditional and folk music. This exciting | | | | with the idea, make sure that you are prepared for |
| venue has had most of Ireland's folk talent perform | | | | 'the craic'! |
| on its stage at some point. Just a stone's throw | | | | And if you are in any doubt as to how much the Irish |
| away, also in Camden Street, is The Village - another | | | | love their music, take note of the following example. |
| vibrant music venue, that's well worth a visit. | | | | The Irish Post Office has recently started selling a |
| Vicar Street - despite its confusing name - is not a | | | | series of stamps that pay tribute to four iconic bands |
| street but a fabulous traditional music venue and can | | | | whose roots are based in traditional Irish folk music; |
| be found in Thomas Street in the heart of Dublin. | | | | The Chieftans, The Dubliners, the Clancy Brothers |
| This prestigious venue opened in 1998 promising to | | | | and Tommy Makem, and Altan. The bands have |
| give Dublin a mid-size venue that would 'punch above | | | | been chosen because of the success they have had |
| its weight'. It presents bands and solo artists that | | | | in taking traditional Irish folk music to the world. The |
| play all types and genres of music including traditional | | | | inclusion of Tommy Makem is quite poignant as he |
| and folk, with big-name Irish bands such as the | | | | recently passed away, and these stamps make a |
| Dubliners appearing at this venue. Other artists that | | | | fitting tribute to his life-time contribution to making |
| are slated to appear at Vicar Street include Dara | | | | Irish music popular throughout the United States. |
| O'Briain, Fionn Regan and Brendan Grace proving that | | | | They are sure to become collectors' items, so be |
| it is living up to its promise to deliver quality acts. | | | | sure to pick some up when you visit Dublin. |